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Starting a Podcast

Launch your podcast with this checklist covering equipment setup, recording, and RSS feed distribution.

What this tool does

Launch your podcast with this checklist covering equipment setup, recording, and RSS feed distribution.

How to use

  1. Work down the list and tick each item as you finish it.
  2. Ticks are saved on this device, in your browser, so they are still there when you come back.

What this checklist covers

The list has 4 groups and 15 items.

  • Plan the show (4 items): Define podcast concept and niche; Choose podcast name; Plan content calendar; Prepare show notes template
  • Equipment and recording (5 items): Get a quality microphone; Set up recording software; Create intro and outro music; Record pilot episode; Edit and produce audio
  • Publish (5 items): Design cover artwork; Choose hosting platform; Set up RSS feed; Submit to Apple Podcasts; Submit to Spotify
  • Promote (1 item): Create social media accounts

Tip: Tick items off as you finish them. Ticks are saved on this device.

Limitations

  • This is a general list. It does not know your topic, audience or format.
  • It does not recommend equipment, software or hosting services, and directory requirements can change, so check each directory's current rules when you submit.
  • Ticks are saved only in this browser on this device.

FAQs

Q: Does the checklist change with my podcast?
A: No. Everyone starts with the same list of common launch tasks. It does not ask about your topic, format or budget, so add the steps that suit your show and remove the ones you do not need.
Q: Are my ticks saved?
A: Yes. Ticks are saved in your browser on this device, so they are still there when you come back. They are not sent anywhere and do not follow you to another device or browser.
Q: Does it pick equipment or a hosting platform for me?
A: No. It reminds you to make those choices but does not recommend any microphone, software or hosting service. It names two well-known directories to submit to and there are others.

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